Quick question for the Malaysia regulars — has anything changed in the last few months?
I was there 6 months ago and had a great time but I've heard some crackdowns happened.
Worth going back or should I try somewhere new?
Cheers
Malaysia — recent police activity
Started by BayAreaBob · 9 Mar 2026 · 1663 views
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Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try negotiating next time.
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10 Mar 2026 at 02:36
I'd also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.
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10 Mar 2026 at 05:38
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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10 Mar 2026 at 15:28
I'd rate it similarly. Solid 9/10 destination.
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10 Mar 2026 at 16:19
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try using a different site next time.
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10 Mar 2026 at 22:07
Adding my experience from last month.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
The scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
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11 Mar 2026 at 04:32
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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11 Mar 2026 at 09:58
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the new laws came in. Current prices are actually lower than what's described here.
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11 Mar 2026 at 12:29
Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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11 Mar 2026 at 17:06
Not sure I agree about that area. I found downtown to be better value.
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11 Mar 2026 at 17:33
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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11 Mar 2026 at 19:21
Not sure I agree about that area. I found a different part to be better value.
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12 Mar 2026 at 01:36
Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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12 Mar 2026 at 11:22
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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12 Mar 2026 at 15:29
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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13 Mar 2026 at 01:00
Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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13 Mar 2026 at 04:50
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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13 Mar 2026 at 07:57
This matches my experience. Malaysia is one of my favorites.
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13 Mar 2026 at 13:32
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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